Post Mortem Interval

Post Mortem Interval

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Science

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Post Mortem Interval (PMI)?

Back

The time that has elapsed since a person has died.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What factors influence the rate of body cooling after death?

Back

Factors include environmental temperature, body fat, clothing, and air movement.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is livor mortis?

Back

The pooling of blood in the lower parts of the body after death, causing discoloration.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'fixed lividity' indicate?

Back

It indicates that the livor mortis has set in and will not change position.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is 'non-fixed lividity'?

Back

It refers to livor mortis that can still change position if the body is moved.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does body fat affect cooling rate post-mortem?

Back

Less body fat leads to faster cooling, while more body fat slows down the cooling process.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is rigor mortis?

Back

The stiffening of muscles after death due to chemical changes in the body.

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